Most can only dream of playing a game at Fenway Park.

Westin McNeilly had a rare opportunity Tuesday night and decided to make it count.

The junior quarterback finished 12-of-24 passing, registering a pair of touchdowns as Wakefield defeated Melrose for the fifth consecutive season in its annual Thanksgiving rivalry, 20-9.

“It’s crazy,” said McNeilly. “Our coach talked about it before the game – tunnel vision. It’s obviously a beautiful place, but we can’t get distracted. We each (had) to get the job done. That’s just what we did.”

In the early stages of Tuesday night’s bout, players struggled to adjust to America’s beloved ballpark as Melrose and Wakefield traded possessions to start. The Thanksgiving showcase turned into a defensive chess match until the waning moments of the first h

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